Scaevola aemula
A perennial in zone 8 b and warmer; in cooler climates it is a popular summer annual for the hanging baskets, the front of borders and groundcover. It grows vigorously and can reach up to 2 x 5 feet ( to 2 x 6.6 feet where a perennial ). The leaves are luxuriant green and up to 2 inches in length and the flowers are purple-blue, up to 1.5 inches in size from late spring through summer ( most of the year in mild climates ).
Full sun and well drained soil is essential for good growth. Propagation is from cuttings.
* photos taken on June 2010 in Columbia, MD
* photo taken on 4th of July 2010 in Washington, D.C.
* photos taken on Aug 4 2013 in Bayfield, Ontario
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